The aromas accelerate slowly and grow evenly in power and intensity after a few quick swirls of the glass

(this has the highest average vine age of these grands crus at 40+ years of age)

The wine seemed to shut down a little in early 2020

sautéed herbs and Indian spices

it performs beautifully in more difficult vintages as well

Marc Sorrel, Hermitage Blanc Vintage:2012 The aromas accelerate slowly andThe 2009 Hermitage Blanc exhibits notes of acacia flowers, honeysuckle, white peach, quince and white currants. Medium bodied with good acidity, at present it is not performing any better than the more forward 2009 Crozes Hermitage Blanc.